F

Is Marmot PFAS-free?

Across 69 graded products, Marmot averages F (23/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Basic Work Glove Marmot

Marmot

Basic Work Glove Marmot

Cotton/polyester blend with standard construction

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; basic work glove with no known waterproofing or stain treatment.

Risky category by default

Marmot Tool Box

Marmot

Tool Box

Nylon, polyester, cotton blend; details unspecified

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated5 flags

Toolbox, not garment. Check product specs for water-repellent coating.

Risky category by default

Marmot Women's PreCip Eco Jacket

Marmot

Women's PreCip Eco Jacket

recycled polyester, water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate lower concern, eco-positioned jacket with unconfirmed water-repellent coating, but brand rhetoric suggests PFAS awareness.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Urban Hauler Backpack

Marmot

Urban Hauler Backpack

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Urban backpack with waterproof coating; water-repellent coating treatment source unknown.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Long Hauler Duffel Expedition Bag

Marmot

Long Hauler Duffel Expedition Bag

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

water-repellent coating duffels often use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Tool Box 30 Backpack

Marmot

Tool Box 30 Backpack

Nylon, polyester, water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Long Hauler Duffel Bag

Marmot

Long Hauler Duffel Bag

Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Durable duffel, but water-repellent coating composition not disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Tempo Breathable Water-Resistant Softshell Jacket

Marmot

Men's Tempo Breathable Water-Resistant Softshell Jacket

Polyester softshell with unspecified water-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses its water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Eco Jacket

Marmot

Men's PreCip Eco Jacket

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but unverified, Marmot's silence on water-repellent coating chemistry leaves uncertainty.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Superalloy Bio Rain Jacket

Marmot

Men's Superalloy Bio Rain Jacket

Recycled polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, traditional methods often use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Minimalist Pertex Jacket Women's

Marmot

Minimalist Pertex Jacket Women's

Pertex (polyester microfiber shell); water-repellent coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown water-repellent coating is the risk; Marmot does not disclose PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Cascade Rain Jacket

Marmot

Men's Cascade Rain Jacket

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Minimalist Pertex Waterproof Rain Jacket

Marmot

Men's Minimalist Pertex Waterproof Rain Jacket

Pertex nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof jacket with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, Marmot doesn't disclose PFAS status; higher caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Jacket

Marmot

Men's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Jacket

nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating-treated rain jacket with no PFAS transparency, moderate caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Superalloy Bio Packable Rain Jacket

Marmot

Women's Superalloy Bio Packable Rain Jacket

Recycled polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Limelight UL 2-Person Tent

Marmot

Limelight UL 2-Person Tent

Nylon ripstop with unspecified water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, tent waterproofing is a major PFAS risk category.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Vapor 2 Person Tent

Marmot

Vapor 2 Person Tent

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, waterproof tent likely treated with water-repellent coating, but Marmot discloses nothing about PFAS or alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Tungsten 3 Person Tent

Marmot

Tungsten 3 Person Tent

Polyester tent fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

High uncertainty; tent likely treated with water-repellent coating (commonly PFAS-based), but Marmot discloses nothing, contact brand or seek independent test results before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Halo 6P Tent

Marmot

Halo 6P Tent

Polyester fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

High-performance tent with standard water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS risk unresolved without brand disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Limelight 3 Person Tent

Marmot

Limelight 3 Person Tent

Nylon ripstop fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Marmot directly, waterproof tent coating origin unclear, PFAS risk unaddressed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Limestone 6 Person Tent

Marmot

Limestone 6 Person Tent

Polyester/nylon fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Marmot directly, silent on PFAS in tent waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Rocklin Fleece Gloves

Marmot

Rocklin Fleece Gloves

Polyester fleece with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical outdoor fleece gloves, likely treated with water-repellent coating, but Marmot discloses nothing about PFAS composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Moraine Gloves

Marmot

Men's Moraine Gloves

Synthetic insulation, water-resistant shell (unspecified water-repellent coating treatment)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, typical waterproof glove with undisclosed water-repellent coating finish; Marmot does not publicly commit to PFAS-free standards.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Randonnee GORE-TEX Gloves

Marmot

Men's Randonnee GORE-TEX Gloves

GORE-TEX membrane (expanded Teflon-type coating + polyurethane backing)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or research further, GORE-TEX gloves carry inherent PFAS risk that Marmot does not disclose.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Moraine Gloves

Marmot

Women's Moraine Gloves

Nylon/polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical performance glove with unspecified water-repellent coating, moderate uncertainty without brand transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Polartec Windbloc Gloves

Marmot

Polartec Windbloc Gloves

Polartec Windbloc (polyester) with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Windbloc gloves likely use water-repellent coating finish; Marmot discloses nothing about PFAS, moderate caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Snoasis GORE-TEX Gloves

Marmot

Men's Snoasis GORE-TEX Gloves

GORE-TEX membrane with nylon/polyester shell

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Marmot discloses GORE-TEX PFAS status; waterproof gloves carry inherent water-repellent coating concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Eco Pant

Marmot

Men's PreCip Eco Pant

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS status, Marmot silent on water-repellent coating chemistry; moderate caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants

Marmot

Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern, Marmot's water-repellent coating treatment likely uses PFAS or PFAS alternatives, with no public transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Evo Full-Zip Rain Pants

Marmot

Men's PreCip Evo Full-Zip Rain Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern, standard outdoor rain wear with unspecified water-repellent coating; Marmot has not disclosed coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants

Marmot

Men's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants

Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern, waterproof apparel typically uses fluorinated water-repellent coating; Marmot does not disclose chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's PreCip Eco Waterproof Packable Hiking Pants

Marmot

Women's PreCip Eco Waterproof Packable Hiking Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment; Marmot provides no transparency on coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Minimalist Pertex Waterproof Rain Pants

Marmot

Men's Minimalist Pertex Waterproof Rain Pants

Pertex nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's PreCip Evo Pants

Marmot

Women's PreCip Evo Pants

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants

Marmot

Women's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Marmot directly, water-repellent coating rain pants carry PFAS risk Marmot won't disclose.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's PreCip Evo Pro Waterproof Rain Jacket

Marmot

Men's PreCip Evo Pro Waterproof Rain Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Tempo Lightweight Jacket

Marmot

Men's Tempo Lightweight Jacket

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lightweight design appeals, but water-repellent coating treatment and lack of PFAS disclosure raise moderate concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Minimalist Pertex 3-in-1 Jacket

Marmot

Women's Minimalist Pertex 3-in-1 Jacket

Pertex 3 polyester with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Medium risk: water-repellent coating-treated outerwear without PFAS transparency, proceed with caution or contact Marmot directly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Tempo Softshell Jacket

Marmot

Men's Tempo Softshell Jacket

Softshell nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses or switches to PFAS-free water-repellent coating, standard softshell jackets likely use fluorochemical water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Softshell Jacket - Men's

Marmot

Softshell Jacket - Men's

Softshell synthetic (polyester/nylon blend) with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, softshell water-repellent coating coatings commonly use PFAS, but Marmot discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Gravity Jacket

Marmot

Men's Gravity Jacket

nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Typical outdoor jacket with unknown water-repellent coating treatment, Marmot has not disclosed PFAS status; lower-concern alternative: seek brands with explicit PFAS-free or third-

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Exum Guide Glove Men's

Marmot

Exum Guide Glove Men's

synthetic leather/textile blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Marmot glove likely uses water-repellent coating, PFAS risk present but unconfirmed; brand offers no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Limelight 2P Tent

Marmot

Limelight 2P Tent

Ripstop nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Popular tent brand with no public PFAS transparency; waterproof coating likely contains PFAS, contact Marmot directly for details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Limestone Tent

Marmot

Limestone Tent

Nylon ripstop fabric with proprietary water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Marmot has not disclosed PFAS status; tent waterproofing likely involves traditional water-repellent coating coatings with unknown fluorochemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Halo 4-Person Tent in Tangelo/Rusted Orange

Marmot

Halo 4-Person Tent in Tangelo/Rusted Orange

Nylon/polyester fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating treatment; tents commonly use PFAS-based coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Nanowave Sleeping Bag

Marmot

Nanowave Sleeping Bag

Down-filled with water-repellent coating-treated nylon shell

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk in outdoor sleeping bags is real but unconfirmed here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

MARMOT Trestles 15 Sleeping Bag

Marmot

Trestles 15 Sleeping Bag

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment; Marmot does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Nanowave 35 Long Sleeping Bag

Marmot

Nanowave 35 Long Sleeping Bag

Synthetic insulation (likely polyester or down), nylon shell with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating finish; Marmot does not disclose fluorochemistry or PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 50 Sleeping Bag

Marmot

Trestles Elite Eco 50 Sleeping Bag

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating raises PFAS concern; Marmot makes no public disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Trestles 15 Sleeping Bag

Marmot

Women's Trestles 15 Sleeping Bag

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to standard water-repellent coating treatment; sleeping bag requires weather resistance.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Refuge Pant Men's

Marmot

Refuge Pant Men's

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof outdoor pants commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants - Short (Fall 2025)

Marmot

Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants - Short (Fall 2025)

nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Marmot for water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof pants typically use PFAS coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Lightray Pant

Marmot

Men's Lightray Pant

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating treatment; Marmot discloses nothing, request clarification before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Seeker GORE-TEX Rain Pants

Marmot

Men's Seeker GORE-TEX Rain Pants

GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE laminate)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless you accept Teflon-type coating-based waterproofing; Marmot does not disclose PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Diverter Pro Stretch Softshell Hiking Pants with UPF 50

Marmot

Men's Diverter Pro Stretch Softshell Hiking Pants with UPF 50

Stretch softshell fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Arch Rock Pants

Marmot

Men's Arch Rock Pants

Nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: outdoor pants likely use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, but Marmot provides no transparency on treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Trailway UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Marmot

Men's Trailway UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Polyester ripstop with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's AirExchange UPF 40 Pants

Marmot

Men's AirExchange UPF 40 Pants

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Trailway UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Marmot

Women's Trailway UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern if older stock; skip if PFAS-sensitive and buying new.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Women's Lumina Casual Pants

Marmot

Women's Lumina Casual Pants

nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Caution: outdoor pants likely treated with legacy PFAS water-repellent coating, brand silent on chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Diverter Softshell Hiking Pants with UPF 50

Marmot

Men's Diverter Softshell Hiking Pants with UPF 50

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, water-resistant softshell likely uses water-repellent coating treatment; Marmot discloses nothing about PFAS alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Trailway Convertible UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Marmot

Men's Trailway Convertible UPF 50 Hiking Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating finish likely treated with PFAS, but Marmot provides no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Urban Hauler Catalyst Duluth Mn Backpack Tote Black Dry Bag

Marmot

Urban Hauler Catalyst Duluth Mn Backpack Tote Black Dry Bag

Nylon or polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof backpack; water-repellent coating treatment likely but unspecified; higher PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Kompressor Meteor 22 Backpack

Marmot

Kompressor Meteor 22 Backpack

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Popular outdoor brand, water-repellent coating likely fluorinated; PFAS stance undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Trail Gear Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack

Marmot

Trail Gear Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack

Ripstop nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof dry bag, likely water-repellent coating-treated.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Kompressor Comet Backpack

Marmot

Kompressor Comet Backpack

nylon fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Backpack uses water-repellent coating treatment; Marmot silent on PFAS composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Slate All Day Travel Bag

Marmot

Slate All Day Travel Bag

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

water-repellent coating source unknown; Marmot offers no PFAS transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Calistoga Backpack

Marmot

Calistoga Backpack

polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

High uncertainty; water-repellent coating likely but Marmot silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Marmot Men's Excursion Pack

Marmot

Men's Excursion Pack

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

water-repellent coating backpack, likely PFAS-treated.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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